Memorial Day made me think of one peak
By Forrest Whitman
There’s a relatively small peak nestled in the mountains near Gunnison, Colorado. It’s been called, like several peaks in the area, “Sheep Mountain.” These days it is called Mt. Kiamia memorializing those “Killed in action/ missing in action.” Last Memorial Day I (more…)
Seniors of Gilpin County – Oldies but Goodies
By Sharon Perea
Falling in love is not considered harmful to your health. However, falling down stairs or on the ice may cripple you for life or result in your death. The major accidental killer of older adults is falling down. One out of three seniors over 65 years old will become a (more…)
World Premiere of the new film
PRESS RELEASE – The world premiere of the new film, The Face on the Barroom Floor: The Poem, the Place, the Opera will be screened at the Gilpin Historical Society Annual Dinner on Thursday, June 27th at 6 p.m. The event will be held in the Lava Room at the (more…)
Many thanks directed toward Kisselmen and crew
By David Josselyn
Call to Order
The Central City Council Meeting was called to order by Mayor Ron Engels at 7:14pm on Tuesday, May 21st. All council members were present along with City Manager Alan Lanning, City Attorney Marcus McAskin, and other staff. (more…)
Zoning changes, summer rehabilitation projects
By Lynn Volkens
Black Hawk Mayor David Spellman and City Council members Linda Armbright, Paul Bennett, Diane Cales, Jim Johnson, Greg Moates and Benito Torres met May 22, 2013 for the regularly scheduled City Council meeting. They approved purchase of approximately (more…)
Zoning code revisions, Forest Service agreement
By Lynn Volkens
Gilpin County Commissioners Buddy Schmalz, Connie McLain and Gail Watson considered numerous Department of Local Affairs (DOLA) grant applications the County and other entities will submit this year. Gilpin is being more aggressive in seeking the (more…)
Year-round venue to showcase one-of-a-kind works
By Lynn Volkens
There’s a new art gallery in Central City. Located right at the top of Main Street, just a few steps up Eureka Street, this satellite venue of the Gilpin County Arts Association gallery occupies the second floor of the Central City Visitors Center (103 Eureka Street). On May (more…)
Armed Forces Day celebrated at Gilpin Community Center
By David Josselyn
The VFW Stanley-Nelson Post 7563 of Central City, together with the American Legion Cody-Thomas Post 166 of Central City recognized Armed Forces Day outside the Gilpin Community Center on Saturday, May 18th. The ceremony took place in front of the Gilpin (more…)
Axle problems to be fixed later
By Lynn Volkens
Timberline Fire Protection District’s board of directors met May 14, 2013. Board members Rick Wenzel, Jim Crawford, Kay Johnson and Paul Ondr were present. Chris Samuelson was absent. This report incorporates information from the April meeting. All (more…)
Metal Mining Association Dinner a Squeal of Delight
By David Josselyn
On Saturday, May 18th, The Clear Creek-Gilpin County Metal Mining Association (CCCMMA) held the 72nd Annual George A. Jackson “Sowbelly” Dinner at the Elks Club in Idaho Springs. Sowbelly is not a reference to what the doctor does after stapling your (more…)
Youth get community support for higher education
By Patty Unruh
Gilpin County High School seniors were awarded $220,050 in scholarships to help them further their education. The students were notified of the awards at a ceremony May 15 at the school auditorium. (more…)
Sharing memories and planning for the future
By Sunny Vincent
The auditorium was decorated with sliver and purple this year, as the seniors had picked those for their class colors. You could feel the excitement from the seniors as they walked by in their cap and gowns and got ready to enter the auditorium. (more…)
Did the caves work?
By Forrest Whitman
The fact that Angelina Jolie has had a double mastectomy (once she tested positive for a high cancer probability) has been a top news story lately. That’s because so many women do develop breast cancer. New tests can say a lot about cancer probability. (more…)
Making Tails Wag Better
By Deb D’Andrea
Have you ever wondered what your dog does while you’re away? Do they just sleep, do they figure out creative ways to spread your trash throughout the house, do they decide the stuffing in the comforter needs to be set free or TP the house, as my Tiki girl once did while I was there! (more…)
Pastor’s Pulpit
By Pastor Tom Davidson
Have you ever stopped to think about how you can get God’s approval in your life? Can you get God’s approval by being religious? No. Can you get God’s approval by going to church? No. Can you gain God’s approval by keeping the Ten Commandments? No. (more…)
Officer, Citizen, Business and more
By Lynn Volkens
Crime Stoppers of Gilpin and Clear Creek Counties held their annual Lyle Wohlers Law Enforcement Appreciation Luncheon on May 8, 2013 at Ameristar Casino in Black Hawk. The event was hosted this year by the Central (more…)